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Summary
Dr. Dariush Motazedian is a Full Professor of Engineering Seismology at Carleton University's Department of Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Science. He has held academic roles since 2003, including Department Chair (2016-2019). His research focuses on stochastic and hybrid earthquake fault modeling, seismic microzonation, and seismic soil dynamics. He leads collaborative projects with institutions like the Geological Survey of Canada (GSC), Hydro Quebec, and international partners. Key contributions include the EXSIM earthquake modeling technique, Ottawa's first seismic microzonation maps, and dynamic studies of Champlain Sea clays.
Education
- Ph.D. in Engineering Seismology, Carleton University (2002)
- M.Sc. in Geophysics/Seismology, Tehran University (1995)
- B.Sc. in Applied Physics, Shiraz University (1988)
Research Interests
His work addresses earthquake ground motion prediction, crustal velocity modeling, and seismic hazard mitigation. He developed the EXSIM method, validated globally by institutions like the Southern California Earthquake Center. His team's Ottawa microzonation studies influenced updates to the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC). Current projects include seismic risk screening tools for existing buildings and dynamic properties of postglacial sediments.
Grants & Collaborations
Recipient of NSERC Strategic Research Network funding for Canadian Seismic Research. Led the POLARIS geophysical consortium deploying observatories across Canada. Collaborates with GSC, Laval University, and industry partners like Hydro Quebec.
Labs & Teams
Leads Carleton's Earthquake Modeling and Microzonation group. Data from the POLARIS project supports student research and international studies. Active in developing seismic tools for emergency preparedness and infrastructure resilience.
